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? Why do so many alumni choose not to give back to their alma mater? Dr. Linda Wastyn, Ph.D., CFRE, GPC explored this question in her 2009 article, Why Alumni Don’t Give: A Qualitative Study of What Motivates Non-Donors to Higher Education (International Journal of Educational Advancement, 9(2), 96–108). While this research is over a decade old, its findings still resonate today. Here are some key barriers she identified: ??Perceived need - Many alumni don’t see their alma mater as financially “needy” compared to other causes. ??Value lens - Some view their education as a commodity they’ve already paid for, not an experience worth supporting beyond tuition. ??Misperceptions about impact - Non-donors often feel their gift is “too small to matter” or distrust how their contributions will be used. ??Personal priorities - Family obligations, spousal influence, or dissatisfaction with solicitation methods can impact giving decisions. ?? But what about 2025? Are there new reasons alumni hesitate to give? I’d love to hear your thoughts! #Fundraising #PhilanthropyResearch #HigherEd #AlumniGiving #BackoftheLibrary

?? Early Edge California has released a NEW policy brief that highlights the unique needs and challenges #studentparents of #infants and #toddlers are facing to achieve their academic goals while raising their children. The brief provides recommendations for institutions of higher education as well as state and federal government on how to better support these parents, and uplifts bright spots from #highered in California. Learn more:?https://ow.ly/Z7wa50Um09S A special thank you to Marisol Jara-Garza at Pasadena City College, Ishia Orozco-Barajas at UCLA, and Dr. Giselle Navarro-Cruz at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, for informing this brief, to our partners at California Competes and EdTrust-West for their collaboration, and to the Michelson 20MM Foundation and Sobrato Philanthropies for their support.

?? Check out Early Edge California’s new policy brief highlighting the unique needs and challenges of student parents with young children in California. It include bright spots and recommendations for how institutions can better support these learners and their families. https://lnkd.in/gZ335mWJ

?? ?????????????? ????????, ?????? ?????? ?????????? ????????? ?? Ainsley Norris dreams of majoring in Philanthropy at Texas Tech University. But here’s the twist: while Tech doesn’t offer a Philanthropy degree, it does offer something just as powerful—a Financial Planning degree paired with a Certificate in Charitable Financial Planning. ?? This combo equips students with the skills to: ? Manage wealth with purpose ? Guide families and organizations in meaningful giving ? Build legacies that go beyond dollars and cents ??????????????’?? ?????????????????? ?????????????? ???????????????????? ?? ????????-?????????? ??????????????????????: ?????????????? ?????? ???????????????????????? ????????’?? ???????????????? ????????????—????????’???? ???????????????? ????????????????. Props to #texastech for preparing the next generation to bridge wealth and impact with intention. The University of Texas at Austin offers a few complimentary philanthropy programs as well. #philanthropy #financialplanning #business #texas #oilandgas #landman

We are committed to providing aspiring students with equitable access to hands-on experience and mentorship. Our goal is to empower these students to build meaningful careers and enhance the financial well-being of their communities. By closing the opportunity gap, we are nurturing a generation of skilled, ethical professionals who are creating lasting social impact. But we can’t do this alone. Your support can make this vision a reality. With your donation, we can: 1. Expand access to life-changing fellowship and mentorship opportunities. 2. Provide scholarships to ambitious but underprivileged students, helping them unlock their full potential. 3. Empower students to become community leaders driving social and economic progress. https://lnkd.in/gYXxhM65

This #GivingTuesday, see how your support has made a difference by exploring our newly released report, Moving New York Forward: A Look at EdTrust-New York’s Recent Impact, which delves into the past three years of our impact as an organization. Over the past three years, your support has driven key wins for educational equity in New York, including but not limited to: ? 300+ hours of advocacy training for 31 parent leaders ? 240+ mentions or features in news articles, op-eds, and blogs ? $10M to tackle the literacy crisis in schools ? 16 pieces of state and local legislation and policy guidance to drive systemic change in education New York is a place where we champion equity for students of color — particularly Black, Latinx, and Native American students — and students from low-income backgrounds. With your support this Giving Tuesday, we can keep this momentum going to move forward equitable education policies in New York State — both now and in the critical years ahead. ?? See our impact: https://lnkd.in/eekdUZns ?? Donate: https://lnkd.in/eA4uHthq

A Barnsley businesswoman who received support to set up her business through Enterprising Barnsley’s Launchpad programme has been named as one of the UK’s top 100 female entrepreneurs. Leonie Briggs, founder and director of interactive science education business Amazelab, has been included in Small Business Britain’s annual list of top female role models for 2025. Their f:Entrepreneur #iAlso100 list celebrates women who run purpose-driven businesses which support their communities. Amazelab delivers fun and accessible science, technology, engineering, arts and maths (STEAM) workshops for children of all ages and abilities, working with dozens of schools, libraries, museums, charities and community groups across South Yorkshire and beyond. In 2024, it's estimated that more than 250,000 young people enjoyed Amazelab’s educational activities, including children as far afield as the Caribbean and the Middle East through virtual workshops. #GrowingBarnsley Read more: https://lnkd.in/eSmQaqFJ

We are thrilled to announce that Big Brothers Big Sisters Services, Inc. has been selected by the National Partnership for Student Success Hub as a 2025 Community Collaboration Challenge! ?? Thanks to generous support from the Leon Lowenstein Foundation, the NPSS Hub will distribute a total of $163K in micro-grant stipends to 23 communities around the country. We're excited to be able to bring together diverse local stakeholders—including schools, nonprofits, families, and community leaders—to work towards a common goal: providing evidence-based #StudentSupports for learners in our community. ?? From tutoring and mentoring programs to post-secondary and wrap-around supports, these efforts are designed to reduce #ChronicAbsenteeism and foster #StudentSuccess. So, what’s next? ?? We’ll be working hard over the coming months to build, collaborate, and implement solutions that will help our students thrive—while sharing our progress and learnings with the NPSS Hub and our local community partners. Stay tuned for updates, and thank you to all the partners and stakeholders who are helping make this possible! ?? Visit the NPSS website to view all awardees: https://lnkd.in/gvNSe6nG

As voters consider 2024 ballots at local, state, and national levels, we’re highlighting the issues that #PennSP2 faculty view as priorities from the perspective of their research. Today, Assistant Professor ChiaKo Hung discusses the relationship between income inequality and philanthropy. Dr. Hung’s research focuses on nonprofit financial management, social entrepreneurship, philanthropy, fundraising management, and collaborative governance. He received the Emerging Scholars Award from the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action in 2020. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eid8JhnM

Starting a scholarship can be one of the most impactful ways to empower individuals and support education. But where do you begin? Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process: 1. Define your intent: What’s the purpose of the scholarship? Who do you want to help? Clarifying your goals is key! 2. Choose your approach: Do you want to manage the scholarship directly or partner with an existing entity? 3. Create an operational plan: Plan out the details: marketing, application process, criteria, and follow-up. 4. Pilot your program: Start small, test your processes, and make adjustments before going big! 5. Review and adjust: Gather feedback, evaluate results, and refine your program for greater impact. Scholarships don’t just provide financial support—they create opportunities that last a lifetime. Ready to make an impact? Read our latest post for a detailed guide on how to get started with your own scholarship! https://lnkd.in/eHZ9FSHK #Philanthropy #Scholarships #Education #GivingBack #NonProfit #Impact